BOTTOMS UP TO LUDDINGTON

Michael Luddington is celebrating after being awarded Accounting Professional of the Year by North West based Adele Carr Financial Recruitment.

The finance director of Huyton based Halewood International, the company responsible for Lambrini, Crabbies Alcoholic Ginger Beer and Red Square Vodka and agents for Lambs Navy Rum and Tsingtsao Beer has made a massive difference to the business by focussing it on timely and accurate reporting, improved margins, reducing costs and increasing efficiencies.

The judging panel which included Chris Houghton, MD of Park Group, Rob Crossland, CEO of Parasol and Max Steinberg, CEO of Liverpool Vision as well as the CFOs of Eddie Stobart (Ben Whawell) and Bibby Distribution (Paul Cullingford) and Dave Hutchinson of Warrington Wolves were all impressed that despite having to make some tough decisions, Michael who is originally from Stockton-on –Tees has won over his own team with his approachable manner and wicked sense of humour. He also provides a valuable sounding board for his fellow directors.

Peter Atkinson of sponsors Jackson Stephen LLP said, “Michael clearly possesses the key strengths required in an FD of being able to take the numbers and apply them to the operations and commercial aspects of the business to make improvements and to add value.”

It has been a tough week for Luddington following the death of owner John Halewood last weekend.

Managing Director Adele Carr commented, “Congratulations to Michael who fought off stiff competition from a number high profile nominees.”

Frodsham father spurred into fundraising action for Chester Marathon

 

A FRODSHAM father is preparing to pound the streets of Chester after being spurred into fundraising action by his competitive wife.
On Sunday Gareth Boyd of Blue Hatch, Frodsham, will be joining thousands of other runners in the Chester MBNA Marathon to raise hundreds of pounds for Save the Family.
The 39-year-old who has run the London Marathon three times and raised thousands of pounds for charity, said that he has stepped up his training after some healthy competition from his wife Karen.
Gareth, who is a member of Helsby Running Club and will be supported by his 10-year-old daughter Hannah and wife Karen on the day, said: “I have been doing 24 mile runs in preparation for the marathon this week.

“I only really got into running long races over the past few years since my wife started running and I thought there is no way she is going to be quicker than me.”
Gareth, who works at Chester-based Adele Carr Financial Recruitment said he is hoping to finish the race in under four hours beating his personal record by about 10 minutes.
He said: “I am really looking forward to the race on Sunday my daughter will be standing watching me for about four hours as well as 10 members of my family. The atmosphere should be brilliant and it is all for a really worthwhile cause.”


Article Courtesy of Chester Chronicle October 2011

After the fantastic success of previous years competitions, Jackson Stephen LLP have joined with Adele Carr Financial Recruitment to make this years competition bigger, better and tougher.

The search is now on to find the ‘Accounting Professional of the Year 2010’

After a very difficult 2010 for most businesses, with money having been tighter than ever, we felt it was very important, that the efforts of the individuals in Finance teams across the region, were recognised.

Accounting staff have had a harder job than ever in ‘balancing the books’, so why don’t you acknowledge this effort by nominating someone for the award.

We have a bigger and tougher judging panel this year;

Max Steinberg – Chief Executive – Liverpool Vision

Chris Houghton – Group Managing Director – Park Group PLC

Ben Whawell – Chief Finance Officer – Stobart Group

Peter Atkinson – Partner – Jackson Stephen LLP

Paul Cullingford – Chief Finance Officer – Bibby Distribution

Rob Crossland – Chief Executive – Parasol Group

Dave Hutchinson – Commercial Director – Warrington Wolves RLFC

 

This prestigious panel will decide whom they deem to be the best in the business!

This is your chance to recognise a conscientious, hard working, accounting professional who has added value to a local business through technical ability, dedication and being prepared to go that extra mile.

As well as the accolade of Accounting Professional of the Year, our deserving winner will enjoy a fantastic prize :

·         Own a race horse for the day (or at least pretend ! )

·         The winner and a guest, will join a real race horse owner and be wined and dined in the owners' enclosure at a prestigious race meet, if you’re lucky, maybe even in the winner's enclosure !

·         You will be presented with your award in your workplace by our esteemed judging panel and a Warrington Wolves player

·         Your employer will receive a 30% discount on their next piece of recruitment*

We also have a fantastic runners up prizes of Platinum Lounge tickets for 2, at a Warrington Wolves Super League, home fixture ' - this includes 3 course Heathcotes meal and drinks.

If you know of a worthy individual then entering is easy : simply contact

Andrew Brown at Adele Carr Financial Recruitment on 01925 636473 or for an entry form:
info@financialrecruitment.biz

Firms Support Wolves Cause

Wolves players Richie Myler and Chris Riley met the winners of a charity business quiz which raised more than £1,000 for the Wolves Foundation.

Adele Carr Financial Recruitment held its forth annual charity quiz at St Oswald's Parish Club, in Padgate.

It was supported by numerous clients and firms with the winning team coming from accountants and financial advisors Baker Tilly

MOVE OVER SIMON COWELL AND MICHAEL FLATLEY

Adele Carr Financial Recruitment have added a Pop Idol star and a River Dance champion to their team of consultants.

Clare Flavell made the final 100 singers on the first series of Simon Cowell’s hit TV show but is looking forward to making temporary and permanent recruitments for Adele Carr Financial Recruitment instead and has recorded a single with the band Crows In The Cornfield.  Action woman Clare also does a lot of charity work for Marie Curie including sponsored kickboxing, abseiling and also a ladies driving challenge which involved driving a fire engine, ambulance, police car, bus and JCB.

When not following her fashion interests, fellow TV star Seodhna McGill spends her spare time dancing or teaching Irish dancing to others. She has been doing this since she was 4 and has danced for Irish President Mary McAleese. She is excited to be joining the firm which won the north west Best Place to Work Award earlier in the year.

In addition the firm is celebrating Paul Hanagan being crowned as Britain’s champion flat jockey. As well as also being from Warrington, Adele Carr Financial Recruitment sponsor Las Verglas Star which provided one of Paul’s 191 winners.

Managing Director Adele Carr commented, “Last year was tough in financial recruitment, but the last six months have been good and there appears to be a sustained recovery we are now looking to resume our growth plan and are looking to recruit more high calibre consultants such as Clare and Seodhna.” 

Adele Carr Financial Recruitment started sponsoring Warrington Wolves three years ago back in 2007.

Since then their commitment to the club has continued to grow with the Warrington-based company taking up advertising, hospitality and player sponsorship.

Adele Carr sponsored Ben Harrison in the first year but for the last two years has also sponsored local player Chris Riley.

Having watched these two young players become the stars they are today Adele and her company are delighted to see the international recognition both players have received.

Earlier this week both Ben and Chris were named in the England train-on squad for the up-coming Four Nations in Australia.  Both have been part of the back-to-back Cup wins and have had a fantastic year with Chris opening the season with five tries.

Adele said: "Adele Carr Financial Recruitment has sponsored Ben and Chris for many years. They were shy unknowns on the periphery of Warrington's first team. It has been fantastic to watch them both flourish into first team regulars and now they are established Super League stars; Ben renowned for his bone crunching tackles and Chris at the top of the try-scoring charts. They are both down-to-earth lads who have helped us promote our business by attending our functions and being available for photo calls. No one will be prouder than us to see them pull on the England shirt."

Chris Riley commented on his England train-on selection and the support of his sponsor.

"It was a proud day for me and my family when I found out. Being selected for the England train-on squad is a massive achievement. I set my goals at the start of the year so to achieve this is great, especially on the back of a good season and us having played well as a team this year. I'd also like to thank Adele and her company for their support over the years and always being there to turn to."

ADELE CARR FINANCIAL RECRUITMENT IS OFFICIALLY THE BEST PLACE TO WORK IN THE NORTH WEST

Staff at Adele Carr Financial Recruitment are celebrating after the firm beat 26 other north west finalists to the Crains Best Place To Work 2010 Award in the Nearly Big category.

The Warrington based recruitment agency has continued to offer rewards and incentives for good performance of its team despite the economic downturn as well as continuing to invest in training and offering flexible working hours for parents.

Said Managing Director and mother of four  Adele Carr, “It is important that the team has a pleasant working environment and a good work life balance. Our team are rightly rewarded when they do well and we like to have as much fun as possible. We communicate our results quarterly and go out for a drink whatever the outcome.”

Administrator Alicia Little (21) from Warrington said, “I enjoy coming to work and I don’t think many 21-year-olds would say that. I previously worked for a company for a year doing administration but didn’t feel part of the team. As soon as I got here I knew I meant something and they have helped me progress by paying for my NVQs so I can better myself.”

Accounts manager Julie Doyle who is benefitting from further training said “I have worked at various companies but have never worked anywhere better in my life. There’s lots of flexibility.”

Adele Carr Financial Recruitment are shirt sponsors to Warrington Wolves and also sponsor home grown players Ben Harrison and Chris Riley and also sponsor racehorse Las Verglas Star.

The award was received by Adele Carr, Andrew Brown and  Diane Chance at a glitzy awards luncheon attended by 350 north west business professionals at The Piccadilly Ramada Hotel in Manchester. 

Article courtesy of The Warrington Guardian May 2010

Article courtesy of The Warrington Guardian May 2010

Adele Carr Sponsoring and Presenting Wire FM Employer of the Year Award to Lasertech

Warrington Wolves player, Chris Riley, was on hand to help present Adele Carr Charity Quiz Winners Baker Tilly with their trophy alongside Wolfie , representatives from the charities that benefitted, and the Carnegie Challenge Cup.

Adele Carr with sponsored players Ben Harrison and Chris Riley at the end of season dinner